Global stock markets are taking a pause after a record rally. Investors are now watching for big tech company earnings and decisions from major central banks. This week’s focus is on how technology firms perform and what the Federal Reserve will do with interest rates. Trade talks between the US and China are also a key factor.
Japan’s Nikkei hits record high as chip-related shares jump
Japan’s Nikkei stock index reached a new record high today. Chip-related stocks drove the gains, overshadowing declines in financial and other sectors. This surge mirrors